2012 Lexus LFA vs. 2012 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, both 2012 Lexus LFA and 2012 Lincoln MKZ were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 222 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKZ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LFA | 2012 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | LFA | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2606 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
